Policies
Guidelines for Digital Camera and LCD Projector Purchases by Departments
Draft version 12/1/2005
Digital Cameras
Since camera models and features change very often, it’s not possible to recommend a specific purchase. The only essential requirement is that the camera must support the use of SD memory cards for transferring images from the camera to a computer. A memory card reader, available at the UConn Coop, will have to be purchased ($30-$40) to connect to the computer. Users can connect the memory card reader to any Division computer without SAIT assistance. SAIT will not install any image transfer or image management software applications that are bundled with digital cameras.
A high-end, cutting-edge digital camera is probably not needed. Cameras that produce 3-5 mega pixel images are sufficient for all uses except taking photos for glossy, color print documents.
For departments wanting to research a camera purchase, the following web sites are good sources of information about digital cameras:
LCD Projectors
Departments wanting to purchase a portable LCD projector are advised to purchase one of the Dell projectors. There are three models (December, 2005): the 1100MP (budget), 2300MP (brightest, preferred), or 3400MP (ultra light). More information is available at the Dell web site:
Departments wanting to purchase a mounted or large-room projector are advised to contact the UConn Purchasing Department to obtain a current list of approved AV equipment vendors. One of these vendors can assist with the selection of an appropriate model. SAIT needs to be contacted for computer and network port installation in the room.
SAIT is available to assist departments select a digital camera or portable projector—send a request to the sait@uconn.edu email address and one of our application consultants will arrange a meeting. However, a consultation is not required.
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